Street markets in Rome

Rome’s open-air markets are essential to visit if you are interested in soaking up the bubbling exuberance and earthiness for which Romans are renowned. They are wonderfully vivid experiences too, as Italian stallholders have raised the display of even the humblest vegetable to an art form. The city is dotted with popular, small local food markets, and [...]

Buying Art and Antiques in Rome

Rome’s art and antique shops range from exclusive establishments to contemporary art galleries. In response to a fashion for collecting early-20th- century artifacts, new dealers and galleries are springing up throughout Rome – Venini’s Murano glass is popular, as are lighting and furniture. Many more sell general bric-a-brac and jewellery. Copies of antique prints can [...]

Rome’s stylish interior design shops

Italian design belongs to a long-established tradition based on the skills of the master craftsman, and some firms have a history going back hundreds of years. Rome’s stylish interior design shops are worth seeking out, even if it is only to look around and enjoy the ambience. You might well pick up some design ideas [...]

Buying Shoes in Rome

Italy’s leather industry is renowned all over the world, and shoes, bags and belts are a good buy in Rome. Accessories in general are not just an afterthought but an integral part of an outfit for the well-dressed Roman. The choice of stylish jewellery, scarves, ties and other accessories is excellent. SHOES Rome is full [...]

Shopping Fashion in Rome.

Italy is one of the leading lights in high-class fashion, or alta moda. Many of the most famous designers are based in Milan, but Rome is home to a cluster of sophisticated and internationally distinguished fashion houses. There is also a wonderful selection of alta moda shops. Boutiques displaying an eclectic mix of designer goods [...]

Rome’s Best Shopping Streets and Markets

The most interesting shops in Rome are in the old centre, so shopping is easy to combine with sightseeing. The shops are often housed in medieval or Renaissance buildings and their window displays can be exquisite. Just like shopkeepers in past centuries, traders tend to specialize in one type of merchandise. Street names often refer [...]

Shopping in Barcelona

A CITY WITH impeccable style, Barcelona is where you’ll find the best in Catalan, Spanish and international design. For those in search of fashion, a good place to begin a tour of Barcelona is on the streets around the Passeig de Gràcia, which make up the most important shopping area, and where crowds browse among [...]